Hope Reef is a small island in the Bay of Islands of New Zealand, located about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) northeast of Russell.[1] It is situated about 528 metres (1,732 ft) off Urupukapuka Island and is only visible above water at low tide.
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Location | Bay of Islands |
Coordinates | 35°12′48.1″S 174°14′47.0″E / 35.213361°S 174.246389°E |
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New Zealand |
Hope Reef is a popular intermediate dive spot with a chance of spotting kingfish and a scallop bed.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Hope Reef, Northland – NZ Topo Map". Land Information New Zealand. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
- ^ "Dive Destination: Bay of Islands". Dive Pacific. Retrieved 15 November 2024.